1998 Buick Signia vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Signia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
